Fixed Deposit Investment

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Fixed Deposit

Fixed deposits are one of the safest financial investments that an Indian citizen can make. A Fixed Deposit (FD) is the most stable investment option in today’s investment market. As the interest rates do not fluctuate based on market and economic conditions, an FD is better than mutual funds, stocks and other investments.
There are mainly two types of modes of receiving the interest. One is cumulative option where the interest is compounded on a quarterly, paid on the maturity of the FD/ autorenewed. The other is a non-cumulative option which is paid in the form of monthly interest or quarterly or on maturity
In a Fixed Deposit, the sum of money is blocked for the period of the deposit. Banks allow depositors the flexibility to invest their funds from periods as low as 7 days to 10 years. The interest rate on the deposit depends on the period for which the funds are placed with the bank.

Why to Invest in Fixed Deposit ?

Fixed Deposits also termed as Term Deposits or Time Deposits. The interest rates for Fixed Deposits remain same throughout the deposit tenure. At the time of Fixed Deposit withdrawal, you need to submit Fixed Deposit receipt. In case, you need money urgently, instead of withdrawing the Fixed Deposits, you can go for Loan against Fixed Deposit. The loan against FD interest rate is only 1% or 2% higher than the regular Fixed Deposit rate of interest.

Different Types of Fixed Deposits:

Standard Fixed Deposits, Special Fixed Deposits, Flexi Fixed Deposits, Tax Saver Fixed Deposits, Cumulative Fixed Deposits, Non-Cumulative Fixed Deposits

Benefits of Fixed Deposit :

  • Safe Mode of Investment
  • Tax Benefits on 5 years FD
  • Fixed Returns
  • Overdraft Facility
  • Credit Card Against FD
  • Loans Against FD
  • Premature Withdrawal Allowed
  • Flexibility